Willow Stream Park
Buffalo Grove, Illinois
| Address: | Old Checker Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL |
| GPS: |
42°9'28.3"N 87°58'9.5"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Illinois |
Disc Golf
Wind is often biggest factor. Course goes around central woods, but only one tree obstacle. Large, beautiful, well-maintained park. No smoking. Added contact: Tom Christiansen 847-884-7275. Public (No Fee)Courtesy of DiscGolfUnited.com
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Buffalo Grove, Illinois
- Head northwest on W Fox Hill Dr toward Marseilles Cir (0.1 mi)
- Turn left onto N Buffalo Grove Rd (0.7 mi)
- Turn right onto Old Checker Rd (0.3 mi)
Rte. 53 to Lake-Cook Rd, east to Arlington Hts. Rd., left to 1st light, right on Old Checker Dr., follow to Farrington, park just past stop sign.Courtesy of DiscGolfUnited.com
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